Things to see and do with kids in Castries
Marigot Bay
A perfect spot for a picnic, Marigot Bay, about eight miles
(13km) south of Castries, is one of the most beautiful bays in the
Caribbean. It was used in the movie
Dr Doolittle, and has
long been a favourite stopping point for recreational...
see full detailsGros Islet
North of Castries lies the small, rather unremarkable fishing
village of Gros Islet, a collection of dilapidated wooden homes
lining narrow streets and a rather grubby beach. But come Friday
night this unprepossessing town is the place to be for everyone on
St Lucia,...
see full detailsPigeon Island
Pigeon Island, north of Castries, is St Lucia's first national
park, reached from the mainland across a causeway. The islet has a
romantic past, having been the hide-out of Jambe de Bois, the
much-feared peg-leg pirate who preyed on Spanish galleons. It was
also...
see full detailsBeaches
St Lucia may not have coral reefs, but it does have perfectly
clear emerald waters and brightly coloured tropical fish, perfect
for snorkelling and other aquatic activities. All of St Lucia's
beaches are public and travellers can pop onto any of the island's
most...
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